Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.
General references
Bible References
Heart
Proverbs 15:2
The tongue of the wise uses knowledge properly. The mouth of fools pours out foolishness.
Proverbs 16:23
The heart of the wise teaches his mouth. It adds learning to his lips.
1 Kings 3:23
King Solomon said: Each of you claims that the living child is hers and that the dead child belongs to the other one.
Ecclesiastes 5:2
Do not be in a hurry to talk. Do not be eager to speak in the presence of God. Since God is in heaven and you are on earth, limit the number of your words.
1 Peter 3:15
Sanctify the Christ as Lord (kurios: master) in your hearts. Always be ready to answer every man who asks you a reason for your hope, yet with meekness (mildness) and respect!
General references
Proverbs 14:33
Wisdom rests in the heart of the man with understanding. That in the heart of fools is made known.
Matthew 15:18
That which comes out of the mouth, comes from the heart and makes a man unclean.